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Manchester United spent the entire summer transfer window chasing Carlos Baleba before Brighton reportedly slammed the door shut with their staggering £115m [$153m] valuation.
The Red Devils watched helplessly as their midfield reinforcement plans crumbled despite Ruben Amorim personally identifying the 21-year-old Cameroonian as the perfect solution to their struggles.
United's recruitment team reportedly held multiple rounds of talks with Brighton officials only to discover the Seagulls had absolutely no intention of negotiating below their astronomical asking price.
Baleba emerged as one of last season's breakthrough talents outside the traditional elite clubs after scoring three Premier League goals in 34 appearances last year.
Baleba holds private talks with Hurzeler amid uncertain form
According to The Sun, Carlos Baleba has held private talks with Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler amid persistent links to Manchester United.
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The 21-year-old midfielder has struggled for form this season following Red Devils’ discussions with Brighton over a potential summer transfer.
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Baleba has been substituted at half-time on three separate occasions this campaign which has led to speculation that the Cameroonian star has not been performing at his usual levels.
The outlet adds that Man United are continuing to monitor Baleba’s situation closely, though he has reassured Hurzeler of his ongoing commitment to Brighton.
Baleba has been managing a knee injury that disrupted his pre-season preparations. The injury reportedly limited his fitness levels going into the new campaign and negatively affected both his confidence and consistency during the opening weeks of the season.
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